Good Day: October 18, 2010

Who's in town

Tim Geithner: The U.S. Secretary of the Treasury discusses the Obama administration’s proposals to help get more Americans back to work and to help reinforce long-term growth at home, among other economic issues. [1 p.m., Schultz Cultural Hall, Oshman Family Jewish Community Center, 3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto]

Lectures

James Zogby: The founder of the Arab American Institute discusses what people in the Middle East are thinking right now and how we can better understand them. [6 p.m., Commonwealth Club, 595 Market St., S.F.]

Condoleezza Rice: The former U.S. secretary of state discusses her newly published memoir, “Extraordinary, Ordinary People: A Memoir of Family.” [Noon, Intercontinental Mark Hopkins Hotel, 999 California St., S.F.]

Hari Muthy: The psychological-assessment services coordinator at San Quentin State Prison explains how psychopaths are biologically different from the rest of us. [5:15 p.m., Commonwealth Club, 595 Market St., S.F.]

Global town hall: “Free Money: A Radical New Way to Solve Global Poverty?” is the theme of a discussion hosted by the World Affairs Council’s Young Professionals International Forum. [6:30 p.m., W.A.C., 312 Sutter St., S.F.]

At the colleges

At the public library

Ballot measures: Program features explanations of current ballot measures by a representative from the League of Women Voters. [7 p.m., Western Addition Branch, 1550 Scott St., S.F.]

Lizard program: Session offers the chance to see and learn about a variety of reptiles, some of them endangered. [10:30 a.m., Visitacion Valley Branch, 45 Leland Ave., S.F.]

Local activities

Canine companion: “My Dog Tulip,” a bittersweet animated film about the long friendship of author J. R. Ackerley and his adopted German shepherd, is screening at the Clay Theatre. [5:45 and 7:45 p.m., 2261 Fillmore St., S.F.]

Floral fundraiser: The Foothill Auxiliary to Peninsula Family Service hosts “Holidays on a High Note,” a benefit with a floral and home-entertainment focus. [9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Menlo Circus Club, 190 Park Lane, Atherton; RSVP: (650) 403-4300]